Akane Tachibana

Joins the Kouzu basketball club because he is inspired to play basketball again by his rival, Hiiragi Hitonari, joining the same school. He drinks flavored milk regularly to try and become taller, but proves he doesn't particularly need it with his dunks and dribbling skills. Lives with his mother. Known for his truthful to a fault speeches and odd catchphrase, uttered at a crucial point during a game in order to pull off a move - “Atchoo”.